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Transfer student scholarships

We've expanded opportunities to fund a WSU education for transfer students who desire a superior college education. If you apply for admission and submit your academic scholarship application by January 31, you are automatically considered for these awards:

700+ awards from colleges, departments, and academic programs

Awards are based on varying combinations of academic performance, extracurricular involvement, financial need, and academic interest area. Many are available to transfer students. Award amounts vary, and are worth up to thousands of dollars.
More about these scholarships

To be automatically considered for these awards:
Cougar Commitment

This program pays full tuition and required fees, and is renewable for up to four years. You can qualify for this award if you:

  • Are from a low-income or lower middle-income family in Washington and meet State Need Grant or Pell Grant requirements.
  • Apply to WSU by January 31, and enroll as a full-time freshman or transfer student.
  • Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) beginning January 1 and no later than February 15.

In general, if you’re from a family of four with an income of $46,500 or less, you could attend Washington State University tuition-free.
Transfer Achievement Award

This award is offered to entering transfer students who have earned their associate's degree and are attending the Pullman campus. The award is valued at $2,500 and is renewable for a second year.

To be considered for this award, you need to:

  • Apply to WSU by January 31
  • Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) beginning January 1 and no later than February 15 to determine need-based eligibility
  • Be a Washington resident
  • Have a 3.0 GPA or higher and an associate's degree

Other types of aid

You may also be eligible to receive other types of aid, such as grants, student loans, and work-study.

Use our financial aid estimator to calculate the aid you might be eligible to receive.

 

Don’t delay! Apply for admission and for scholarships by the priority date (and don't forget to complete the FAFSA).

Office of Scholarship Services, Washington State University, PO Box 641069, Pullman WA 99164-1069, 509-335-1059, Contact Us